Body Shop
The Body Shop International Limited, commonly known as The Body Shop, is a renowned British cosmetics and skincare brand headquartered in Littlehampton, West Sussex, GB. Founded in 1976 by Anita Roddick, the company has been a pioneer in ethical beauty, championing sustainability and cruelty-free practices. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, The Body Shop offers a diverse range of products, including skincare, body care, and hair care, all formulated with natural ingredients. The Body Shop is celebrated for its commitment to fair trade and environmental responsibility, setting it apart in the beauty industry. Over the years, the brand has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the first to introduce community trade sourcing. Today, The Body Shop holds a prominent market position, recognised for its innovative approach to beauty and social activism, making it a leader in the ethical cosmetics sector.
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How does Body Shop's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Industry Benchmark
Body Shop's score of 22 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Body Shop's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, The Body Shop reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,713,000 kg CO2e, all of which were classified under Scope 1 emissions. This marked a significant reduction from 2021, where emissions were about 5,338,000 kg CO2e, and from 2020, which saw emissions of approximately 4,091,000 kg CO2e under Scope 2 (market-based). The Body Shop has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 1 emissions, as evidenced by the substantial decrease over the past two years. As a global leader in the cosmetics industry, The Body Shop's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its ongoing efforts to address climate change and reduce its environmental impact.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,182,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,091,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Body Shop is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
